1942 Cadillac 60 vs. 1992 Infiniti J30
To start off, 1992 Infiniti J30 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Cadillac 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Cadillac 60 would be higher. At 5,671 cc (8 cylinders), 1942 Cadillac 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Infiniti J30 (210 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1942 Cadillac 60. (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 1942 Cadillac 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Cadillac 60 weights approximately 219 kg more than 1992 Infiniti J30.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. 1992 Infiniti J30 has automatic transmission and 1942 Cadillac 60 has manual transmission. 1942 Cadillac 60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Infiniti J30 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Cadillac 60 | 1992 Infiniti J30 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
| Model | 60 | J30 |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5671 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1601 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2770 mm |
